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Revealing Road Surface and Structures in a Single Survey

Road Doctor® Survey Van: Revealing Road Surface and Structures in a Single Survey

Roads are important and valuable assets, yet their repairs and maintenance often rely on estimations. The Road Doctor® Survey Van (RDSV) changes this. It is not just a measurement vehicle but a crucial part of managing valuable road assets, allowing problems to be identified before they become visible on the surface. In one drive through. In one view.

Measure Before Problems Become Visible on the Surface

Often, road problems are only noticed when they are felt through vehicle tires – and by then, it is already too late. Roadscanners’ vision is clear: measuring and repairing should happen before damage, like cracking, becomes visible to prevent greater damage.
The Road Doctor® Survey Van enables just that. It combines multiple measuring devices in one vehicle and provides accurate information about the road surface and beneath it.

Start All the Survey Systems with A Tap

Forget about fragmented measurement data and ten different applications. The RDSV collects all of the necessary data in a single survey, with one system:

  • Ground-penetrating radar: reveals structural layers and potential problem areas beneath the surface
  • Laser scanner (LIDAR): measures surface ruts and unevenness
  • Video cameras: provide visual information
  • GPS: accurately locates all measurements

The results are evaluated using Road Doctor® software, allowing users to efficiently identify pavement sections with significant remaining lifetime.

Repair the Entire Road or Just the Section That Really Needs It?

With the RDSV, you can identify problem areas and target actions precisely. The resulting actions lead to different kinds of savings:

  • Money: fewer unnecessary resurfacing and wasted investments.
  • Emissions: CO₂ is reduced when only necessary repairs are made.
  • Time: experts’ work is focused where it is most beneficial.

Designed with the User in Mind

The Road Doctor® Survey Van is fully customizable. You can choose:

  • Basic system with just a camera
  • Add a laser scanner unit (LIDAR)
  • Opt for the full package with ground-penetrating radar

Customers always receive training and ongoing support for utilizing the measurement data. You can also contact us after the purchase – we are happy to help when new needs or questions arise.

Where Does the RDSV Shine?

Whether it is a single road section or an entire road network, the Road Doctor® Survey Van is a versatile measurement tool. The data collected with the RDSV is particularly suitable for:

  • Cities and municipalities
  • Road authorities, as well as infrastructure owners and managers
  • Contractors and consulting firms
  • Sites where subsurface measurement is desired
  • Quality assurance and precision planning

Want to Know What Really Lies Beneath the Surface?

Repairs and maintenance should be performed based on accurate information rather than assumptions. Use a vehicle that provides a complete view of the structures. The Road Doctor® Survey Van offers an intelligent, customizable, and practical way to measure and manage the condition of traffic infrastructure.
Contact Roadscanners’ experts, and let’s build an RDSV solution tailored to your needs.